A FATHER’S TRAITS
SUMMARY OF A PARENT
I THESS 2: 7-12
INTRODUCTION:
Rambo
Archie Bunker
Or Jesus
Who determines the making of a man
Masculine role vs. femine role
Finding Parental Guidance
ABLE TO EXPRESS GENUINE LOVE (v. 8)
Does not come naturally for most men
As children grow – fathers must change
The Prodigal Son knew his father’s door was open
A TRANSPARENT LIFE (V.8)
Our life is connected to our gospel
Ten things I wish my father had told me
A POSITIVE INFLUENCE (V.12)
Encourage a life worthy of God
Change negative expressions to positive ones
